Mediterranean diet linked to dramatically lower odds of endometriosis
Women who followed a Mediterranean-style eating pattern had up to 94% lower odds of endometriosis, suggesting that plant-based,…
E2F2 protein identified as potential therapeutic target to prevent metabolic fatty liver disease progression
An international collaborative study has identified the E2F2 protein as a potential new therapeutic target to prevent metabolic…
Strong grip strength lowers risk of organ dysfunction in obesity
People with obesity who also have high muscle mass may be less likely to have obesity-related organ damage.…
Low-calorie diets linked to higher psoriatic arthritis risk, genetic study suggests
While often promoted for health benefits, low-calorie diets may carry hidden inflammatory risks, as genetic evidence reveals a…
Nanoparticles offer new hope for treating alcohol-related liver disease
Across the world, more than 1.5 billion people suffer from chronic liver disease. The U.S. Centers for Disease…
Targeting bacterial communication may offer antibiotic-free wound therapy
Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have discovered a previously unrecognized mechanism by which…
Global drug addiction mortality rates double despite fewer new cases
Despite fewer new addiction cases worldwide, a sweeping analysis finds drug-related deaths surging, exposing critical failures in global…
New adaptive finger brace could improve recovery for joint injuries
A friend’s struggles with arthritis and the finger braces used to manage it inspired research by a Carnegie…
New wearable sensor tracks vitamin B6 levels in sweat
Vitamin B6, which is absorbed from a broad range of foods, helps bolster immune system function and neurotransmitters…
New advances improve cough detection in wearable health monitors
Researchers have improved the ability of wearable health devices to accurately detect when a patient is coughing, making…
Reduced endocannabinoid-related lipids found in patients with NSAID-exacerbated respiratory disease
NSAID-exacerbated respiratory disease, N-ERD, is associated with measurable changes in concentrations of lipid mediators involved in inflammation and…
Food insecurity and loneliness linked to higher risk of chronic pain after surgery
People who experience food insecurity or loneliness are much more likely to develop chronic pain after surgery, according…